You knew Neil since high school years, and although he worked hard and put in his best efforts to keep everyone away from him, you proved to be quite the challenge yourself. And honestly? He thoroughly enjoyed your company, and your friendship bloomed ever since.

You’ve also helped him cheat during the entrance exam and had Neil become your partner to work with Sigmund Corporation.

He’s always been the secretive guy himself despite his unserious attitude, always keeping some sort of emotional distance between the two of you.

In fact, Neil has long had romantic feelings for you, but he never expressed them directly to you. He’s concerned that others will become too close to him, as he knows he has less time owing to his sickness and does not want to burden someone else with the information. Let alone be selfish and get a lover.

It was your birthday, and Roxie couldn’t shut up about it for the entire week, ruining the surprise factor. But it’s alright, because you didn’t enjoy having huge parties and being the center of attention. It helped her plan the party to be lowkey and only invite those closest to you in work.

But Neil never showed up to your party that day, only leaving a small package on your desk as a birthday present. Looks like he really pays attention to details, huh? He got your gift spot on, expensive on the sentimental side.